US Edition780,000 pressure washers are under recall after some consumers report explosions and impact injuries
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment recalled 780,000 Ryobi pressure washers after 41 explosions caused 32 injuries from capacitor failures, prompting free repair kits for affected users.
- About 780,000 pressure washers sold at retailers like Home Depot are being recalled across the U.S. and Canada due to a projectile hazard that has resulted in fractures and other injuries among some consumers.
- Power tool and equipment company TTI is recalling certain models of its Ryobi-branded electric pressure washers because the products' capacitor can overheat and burst, causing parts to be forcefully ejected.
- Consumers in possession of the now-recalled pressure washers are urged to stop using them immediately and visit Ryobi's recall website to learn about how to receive a free repair kit, which includes a replacement capacitor.
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Approximately 780,000 pressure washers sold at retailers like Home Depot are being recalled in the United States and Canada due to a projection hazard that has caused fractures and other injuries in some consumers.
Ryobi-branded electric pressure washers recalled after injuries, fractures reported
About 780,000 pressure washers sold at retailers like Home Depot are being recalled across the U.S. and Canada, due to a projectile hazard that has resulted in fractures and other injuries among some consumers.
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